Set in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, Uttoxeter hosts many important Jump race meetings each year, including the John Smith’s Midlands Grand National. With 21 racing fixtures spread evenly throughout the year and over £1 million of prize money on offer, Uttoxeter boasts exciting, quality racing action at a time that suits you.

Uttoxeter is just off the A50, midway between Stoke-on-Trent and Derby. From the north or south take the M6, exiting Junction 14 and use the Stafford ring road. Alternatively, take Junction 15, follow the signs for A50 Stoke on Trent, then A50 Uttoxeter. The M40/M42 is an alternative to the M1/M6.

By Rail

Uttoxeter station adjoins the course. You can catch a direct train from Crewe, or pick up a connection at Stoke-on-Trent.

Railway Station

Uttoxeter Railway Station 0.3 miles (0.5 km)

Airport

East Midlands 22.4 miles (36 km)

By Air

Helicopters may land (by prior arrangement) at the racecourse itself, while aircraft may use Tatenhill Airfield at Needwood, seven miles from the course.

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Facilities

Betting

There are Tote and bookmaker facilities across the course

Parking

Car Parking is free.

Children

Children aged 16 and under can enter for free when accompanied by an adult. Uttoxeter usually hosts a funfair, bouncy castle and children’s entertainment at major meetings and on Bank Holidays. There is a permanent children’s playground facility

Disabled

There is reserved parking on the rails, a viewing platform and toilets for disabled racegoers. All public facilities are accessible

Enclosures And Grandstands

Premier

Tickets:

£16 - £18 (£18-£20 from 2006)with the exception of Midlands Grand National Day £25

Food And Drink

A wealth of options await you in the Premier Enclosure including the Hoops Champagne and Seafood bar/restaurant (book on 01889 562 561). Café Quick offers light bites and refreshments. The Premier bar offers relaxed surroundings ideal for a drink during racing and finally, we have the Platinum Suite Restaurant where a table can be reserved for the day, three course meals will cost you £40 per head

Viewing

The Premier Grandstand provides views across the course; there is access to all the racecourse facilities as well as the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure.

Dress

Relaxed however no shorts allowed.

Grandstand & Paddock

Tickets:

£12 -£14 (£14-£16 from 2006) with the exception of Midlands Grand National Day £20

Food And Drink

The Nosebag and Hungry Jockey offer hot and cold snacks to keep racegoers going through the day.

Viewing

This is the main Enclosure, with access to the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure as well as viewing from the covered grandstand which provides seating and standing areas.

Dress

Family

Tickets:

£6 (£7 in 2006)- except Midlands Grand National Day £12

Food And Drink

With various fast food outlets and bars there is plenty to choose from or why not bring along your own picnic.

Viewing

You cannot really get any closer to the action than this. There is no stand in this area or any access to the Parade Ring or Winners Enclosure.

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